Serving 561 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George W. Carver Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George W. Carver Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
George W. Carver Elementary School's student population of 561 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
George W. Carver Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George W. Carver Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#152 out of 3704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
68%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
18%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George W. Carver Elementary School's ranking?
George W. Carver Elementary School is ranked #152 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are George W. Carver Elementary School often compared to?
George W. Carver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coconut Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend George W. Carver Elementary School?
561 students attend George W. Carver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of George W. Carver Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George W. Carver Elementary School?
George W. Carver Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does George W. Carver Elementary School offer ?
George W. Carver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George W. Carver Elementary School part of?
George W. Carver Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is George W. Carver Elementary School located?
George W. Carver Elementary School is located in the Golden Gate neighborhood of Miami, FL.
School Calendar
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Date
First day of school
August 14, 2025 (Thursday)
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